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Campaign 26V072 Posted January 19, 2026 2,758 units

2017 Volvo S60L Recall 26V072: Door Latch Breakage

Recall 26V072 affects 2,758 2017 Volvo S60L vehicles for door latches that fail to secure. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.

Volvo is recalling 2,758 2017 S60L vehicles under recall 26V072 because a component inside the door latch can break and keep the door from latching properly. A door that is not securely latched can open unexpectedly and increase the risk of injury; Volvo dealers will complete the repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The front left door latch on a 2017 Volvo S60L is the mechanical lock that holds the door closed against the body. When the door shuts, the latch grips the striker and keeps the door secured until someone pulls the handle to release it.

On affected S60L vehicles, extreme hot-climate exposure over time can weaken a small retention hook for the pawl spring inside the latch. That spring helps the latch return and hold its locked position. If the hook breaks while the door is being opened or closed, the door does not latch properly and can bounce back instead of staying shut.

Owners have reported difficulty closing the door. If the door is not fully latched and the driver or passenger misses it, the open-door warning light illuminates in the Driver Information Module.

Who's affected?

2017 Volvo S60L Latches/locks/linkages
Units affected2,758
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date.

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.

What's the safety risk?

In recall 26V072, a door that is not securely latched can open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury. Trouble closing the door or an open-door warning light means the latch needs dealer attention. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Volvo S60L is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free door-latch replacement that fixes doors that fail to latch securely.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Volvo mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V072 and Volvo recall R89978 when you call.
  4. Avoid carrying passengers beside any door that does not latch securely until the repair is complete.
  5. Call Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 with questions about scheduling or recall coverage.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Volvo technician replaces all four door latches on the affected S60L. The replacement parts and labor are free under recall 26V072. The repair addresses the latch component that can break and keep a door from latching properly. If you already paid for this same door-latch repair before receiving the owner letter, Volvo directs owners to the Volvo Customer Care Center for reimbursement eligibility. Ask how to submit your prior repair paperwork.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

January 19, 2026 VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
February 6, 2026 NHTSA published the recall
February 9, 2026 Dealer notification began
February 9, 2026 Dealer notification ended
March 20, 2026 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 26V072?

Recall 26V072 covers 2,758 2017 Volvo S60L vehicles with a door-latch component that can break and stop the door from latching securely. Volvo dealers will replace all 4 door latches for free.

What should I do if my 2017 Volvo S60L is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V072. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule replacement of all 4 door latches. Reference Volvo recall number R89978 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Volvo's remedy for recall 26V072 is replacement of all 4 door latches free of charge at a franchised Volvo dealer.

What is the safety risk in recall 26V072?

A door that does not latch securely can open unexpectedly and raise the risk of injury. The defect involves a door-latch component, so confirm your VIN and have the Volvo dealer complete the free latch replacement.

What if I bought my 2017 Volvo S60L used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your S60L is included, then call a franchised Volvo dealer and reference recall 26V072 or Volvo number R89978.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V072000
Volvo customer service1-800-458-1552
NHTSA recall #26V072
NHTSA recall # (full)26V072000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →